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Dodge 2011 Ram 1500 User Manual

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When the shift is complete, the position indicator light
for the selected position will stop flashing and remain
ON.

2WD

4WD LOCK

Rotate the 4WD control switch to the desired position.
Shifts between 2WD and 4WD LOCK can be done with
the vehicle stopped or in motion. With the vehicle in
motion, the transfer case will engage/disengage faster if
you momentarily release the accelerator pedal after turn-
ing the control switch. If the vehicle is stopped, the
ignition switch must be in the ON position with the
engine either running or off. This shift cannot be com-
pleted if the ignition switch is in the ACC position.

NOTE:

The four-wheel drive system will not allow

shifts between 2WD/4WD LOCK if the front and/or rear
wheels are spinning (no traction). In this situation, the

selected position indicator light will flash and the origi-
nal position indicator light will remain ON. At this time,
reduce speed and stop spinning the wheels to complete
the shift.

2WD or 4WD LOCK

4WD LOW

NOTE:

When shifting into or out of 4WD LOW some

gear noise may be heard. This noise is normal and is not
detrimental to the vehicle or occupants.

Shifting can be performed with the vehicle rolling 2 to
3 mph (3 to 5 km/h) or completely stopped. You can use
either of the following procedures:

Preferred Procedure

1. With the engine running, slow the vehicle to 2 to
3 mph (3 to 5 km/h).

2. Shift the transmission into NEUTRAL.

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